Assistant Farm Manager - Codman Community Farm, Lincoln, MA

Codman Community Farms is seeking an Assistant Farm Manager to support all aspects of operating a community farm in Lincoln, MA. The farm focuses on pasture-raised livestock with a small fruit and vegetable component. This is a full-time, year-round position with housing and benefits. The ideal candidate will possess a commitment and passion for growing sustainable food, while engaging the public. This position is more than a job, it is a lifestyle. Living and working on the farm, in public view and positively engaging the community on a daily basis is an essential part of the position. A naturally outgoing attitude is needed along with a focus for the daily work required to operate a diverse livestock-centered farm operation. A full job description with a history of the farm is attached. Start date is January 2017.

Current farm operations include:
Pasture raised beef, pork, meat birds, layers, lamb, and turkeys.
Land management: hay, custom mowing, field maintenance of pastured animals/birds
Small vegetable field and fruit orchard.
Sales through on-site Farm Store, local area restaurants, and partnerships with other farm operations.
Community aspects of the farm:
Community garden plots
Educational activities
Barnyard animal pens for visitors
Community events and private events

An ideal candidate will also possess the following traits:
Reliable, responsible, observant, flexible
Focused and detail-oriented
Ability to work independently and maintain farm priorities
Ability to work effectively and efficiently in a small team (a good sense of humor is a must!)
Ability to follow instructions and ask clarifying questions
Ability to use good judgment in raising animals safely and humanely; critical thinking a must
Commitment to learning/improving sustainable farming practices centered around pasture raised methods and communicate such practices effectively to the public
Ability and desire to positively engage with a diverse community of people
Excellent customer service skills
Enjoy working with and leading volunteers, as needed

To Apply:
Submit a cover letter and a resume to Pete Lowy: pete@codmanfarm.org. The cover letter should include your interest in the position and relevant skills and background, and include a response to the following questions:

How does this position fit your personal and professional goals now and in the future?
How would a past employer describe you?
How would a co-worker describe you?
What skills/experience do you bring to this position that you think would benefit the farm?

Interviews will be conducted with qualified applicants. A list of three references and a clean driving record should be provided upon request. Anticipated start date by January 2017. Housing will be available January 1, 2017.